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What Happened on August 5, 1829

Famous Birthdays

  • Heinrich Stiehl, German organist and composer, born in the Free Imperial City of Lübeck (d. 1886)
  • Milo Smith Hascall, American banker, real estate executive, and Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Le Roy, New York (d. 1904)

About August 5, 1829

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 194 years, 11 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo